Understanding and Managing Anxiety

According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 million adults. Yet only 36.9% of those suffering receive treatment. As we transition to a new normal, many more are feeling mixed emotions and increased stress about what the future holds.

In this educational session, “Understanding and Managing Anxiety: The Neurochemistry of Calmness,” Dr. Bill Sears discusses the science behind anxiety and strategies to better manage anxiousness in today’s changing world.

Dr. Sears explains that anxiety is your brain out of balance. With the help of your Anti-Anxiety Tool Box, you can balance your brain through meditation, reframing your thoughts, being an optimist, and getting outside. The key to this balance is knowing when to press the gas pedal and when to hit the breaks. Watch now to learn how you can create your Anti-Anxiety Tool Box.